pruning
noun/ˈpɹuːnɪŋ/
Etymology From prune + -ing.
1
A removal of excess material from a tree or shrub.
2
Something obtained by pruning, as a twig.
3
Computer, Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Science, Sciences A method of enumeration that allows the cutting out of parts of a decision tree.
- Derived terms
- alpha-beta pruning, pruning hook, pruning shears, self-pruning, summer pruning